Skip to main content
California Department of Education Logo

Cabbage, Red (Shredded)

Department of Defense fact sheet containing nutritional information for shredded red cabbage.

Product Description

Shredded red cabbage is crisp and ready to eat. Avoid packages with a considerable number of brown-edged pieces or if the cabbage appears excessively wet.

Peak Growing Season

Cabbage is available throughout the year. Its peak season is from January to June.

Uses

Use in salad, stir-fry, or sauté.

Preparation

Shredded red cabbage is washed and ready to eat. Although it is not necessary to wash prior to serving, rinsing the cabbage will not damage it.

Storage

Cabbage should be stored at 32 degrees Fahrenheit with a relative humidity of 90–95 percent. Cabbage should be refrigerated and not brought out to room temperature until just before use. The packaging is made of specially designed film to keep cabbage fresh. Opened bags should be kept tightly closed in the refrigerator.

Best If Used By

Shredded red cabbage can be stored in the refrigerator for five to ten days.

Nutrition Facts

Legend: kcal = kilocalorie; g = gram; mg = milligram; RAE = retinol activity equivalent; IU = international unit

1/2 cup of shredded raw red cabbage provides:

Calories 11
Protein 0.50 g
Carbohydrate 2.58 g
Fat 0.06 g
Saturated Fat 0.007 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Iron 0.28 mg
Vitamin C 20 mg
Vitamin A 20 RAE
Calcium 16 mg
Sodium 9 mg
Dietary Fiber 0.7 g

Source of Information

Produce Marketing Association External link opens in new window or tab.

FoodData Central External link opens in new window or tab.

Dole External link opens in new window or tab.

Questions:   Food Distribution Program | 916-324-7132
Last Reviewed: Thursday, March 06, 2025
Related Content
  • DoD Fact Sheets
    Department of Defense (DoD) fresh fruits and vegetables fact sheets.
Recently Posted in Nutrition

  • Webinar: Winning at Wellness (added 18-Apr-2025)
    Information on a live webinar hosted by California Local School Wellness Policy Collaborative.
  • Survey: Ultra Processed Foods (added 14-Apr-2025)
    The California Department of Education is asking School Food Authorities to complete a survey on Ultra Processed Foods (UPF). The data will help CDE create recommendations for the Governor’s Executive Order N-01-25 to limit UPF-related harms.
  • California Approved to Operate 2025 SUN Bucks (added 14-Apr-2025)
    California Approved by USDA to Operate 2025 SUN Bucks.
  • Summer 2025 Meal Service Operations (added 11-Apr-2025)
    An overview of the various feeding options for summer 2025 meal service operations.
  • 2025 SUN Bucks Resources (added 10-Apr-2025)
    2025 SUN Bucks webinar registration, updated FAQs, and CALPADS Flash #297.